Cherry plum lemonade with thyme and sage

4 servings

15 minutes

This refreshing plum lemonade with thyme and sage is a true elixir of summer coolness. Plum, traditionally used in Eastern and European cuisine, gives the drink a slight tartness, while the combination of sage and thyme offers a delicate aroma with herbal notes. Lime adds freshness, and brown sugar provides a soft sweetness that harmoniously ties the flavors together. This lemonade quenches thirst perfectly and is suitable as a standalone drink or as an addition to picnics and summer parties. It refreshes ideally on a hot day, and its complex aroma makes it a true gastronomic delight. The drink reveals itself even better after prolonged steeping, allowing all the ingredients to create an unparalleled flavor symphony.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 126.6
• Proteins: 0.6g
• Fats: 0.2g
• Carbohydrates: 31g

Ingredients

• Brown sugar: 100 g
• Green cherry plum: 300 g
• Fresh thyme: 4 stem
• Sage leaves: 3 pc
• Lime: 1 pc

Cooking steps

1. Squeeze the juice from the lime and set the juice aside.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lime: 1 piece

2. Pour 100 grams of brown sugar into 150 ml of water.

   Required ingredients:

   • Brown sugar: 100 g

3. Place in a small saucepan, add 4 sprigs of thyme, and bring to a boil until the sugar is completely dissolved.

   Required ingredients:

   • Fresh thyme: 4 stems

4. Add the plum and sage, and simmer for about 10 minutes, then add lime juice, cover, and let it steep. Ideally overnight, but 3-4 hours is also possible.

   Required ingredients:

   • Green cherry plum: 300 g
   • Sage leaves: 3 pieces
   • Lime: 1 piece

5. Dilute the syrup to 1–1.5 liters with water (to taste).